Karin A. Pacheco, MD, MSPH Make an Appointment Ask a Question Refer Patient Karin A. Pacheco, MD, is an allergist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Pacheco is in the Division of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences. Associate Professor Department of Medicine Division of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences 5280 Top Doctors 2022 Previously a 5280 Top Doctor America’s Top Doctors 2015 — Castle Connolly, Medical, Ltd. Recognized in America’s Top Doctors — Castle Connolly, Inc. Best Doctors in America® 2019-2020 — Best Doctors, Inc. Recognized in Best Doctors in America® — Best Doctors, Inc. America’s Top Doctors 2020 — Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. Email Profile Print Profile Patient Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars 152 Patient Ratings 73 Patient Comments Overview Contact Info & Locations Patient Ratings & Comments Programs & Services Beryllium Program Department of Medicine Division of Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences Specialties & Conditions Beryllium Sensitization Metal & Cement Allergies Occupational Allergic Disease Occupational Asthma Occupational Related Lung Disease Research Areas Environmental and Occupational Diseases Special Interests Clinical Interests Occupational asthma and allergies. Challenge Chamber for diagnosis of Occupational Asthma. Dr. Pacheco specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of occupational asthma and allergic disease. She performs specific occupational allergen challenges to help diagnose occupational asthma as well as specific skin and patch testing to occupational allergens. Research Interests Genetic and environmental risk factors for asthma and allergy to laboratory animals in exposed research scientists and technicians. See More View Curriculum Vitae Education Education 1998 - 2001 University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, MSPH, Preventive Med & Biometrics, Honors Thesis 1983 New York University School of Medicine, MD, with Honors 1976 - 1978 New York University, Premedical Studies 1973 Bryn Mawr College (Bryn Mawr, PA), BA, Economics & French Literature 1971 - 1972 L'Académie (Paris), Junior Year Abroad Residency 1998 - 2001 National Jewish Health / University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, Residency, Occupational Medicine 1983 - 1986 University of Colorado Denver, Internship and Residency, Internal Medicine Fellowship 1990 - 1994 National Jewish Health / University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, Fellowship, Allergy and Immunology Awards & Recognition 2014: Best Doctors in America, Best Doctors, Inc. 1991-1992: Della McShane Fellowship in Medicine (Allergy) 1990-1991: Liz Claiborne, Inc. Fellowship in Immunology NYU MD with honors in microbiology First Prize for Student Research Bertran Gesner Memorial Prize for excellence in research in immunology Board Certification Internal Medicine American Board of Internal Medicine Allergy and Immunology American Conjoint Board of Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Occupational Medicine American Board of Preventive Medicine Professional Memberships Fellow, American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, Environmental and Occupational Respiratory Disease Section American Thoracic Society, Environmental/Occupational Health Section American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Publications Pacheco K, Maier L, Silveira L, Goelz K, Noteware K, Luna B, and C Rose. Association of CD14 alleles with chest symptoms and lung function in laboratory animal researchers. (manuscript in preparation) Pacheco K, Maier L, Silveira L, Goelz K, Noteware K, Luna B, Murphy J, Dubois R, and C Rose. Association of TLR4 alleles with symptoms and sensitization to laboratory animals. (manuscript in revision) Pacheco K, McCammon C, Liu AH, Thorne PS, O’Neill M, Martyny J, Newman L, and Rose CS. Characterization of endotoxin and mouse allergen exposures in mouse facilities and research laboratories. Ann Occup Hyg 2006; 50 (6): 563-572. epub April 2006. Pacheco KA, McCammon C, Liu AH, Thorne PS, O’Neill ME, Martyny J, Newman LS, Hamman RF, and Rose CS. Airborne endotoxin predicts symptoms in nonsensitized technicians and research scientists exposed to laboratory mice. Am J Resp Crit Care Med 2003; 167: 983-990. Pacheco K, Tarkowski M, Negri J, Sterritt C, Rosenwasser L, and Borish L. The influence of diesel exhaust particles on mononuclear phagocytic cell-derived cytokines: IL-10, TGF-b and IL-1b. Clin Exp Immunol. 2001 Dec; 126(3): 374-83. Academic Affiliations Assistant Professor, Preventive Medicine and Allergy/Immunology, University of Colorado Denver Teaching & Professional Positions “Bioaerosols in Occupational Medicine,” A Problem-Based Learning Course “History of Occupational Medicine” in Introduction to Occupational and Environmental Health Ask a Question through Patient Portal Sign in to your My National Jewish Health patient portal account to communicate with your care team, manage appointments, and more. Create an Account Contact Information Office: 877.225.5654Fax: 303.398.1452 Patient Ratings The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. This survey is about the patient care experience and does not address crucial characteristics like medical decision-making, prescribing the best therapy, and patient outcomes. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. Provider showed concern 4.7 Friendliness 4.7 Spoke using clear language 4.7 Provider explained things clearly 4.7 Amount of time spent with you 4.7 Provider included you in decisions 4.6 Confidence in your doctor 4.6 Likelihood of recommending this provider 4.6 Comments Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2023 My physician was outstanding, the process to get to her was ridiculous. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2023 Surprised at care received! Excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2023 Dr. Pacheco is excellent attentive, thorough, prepared, good bedside manner. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2023 *Dr. Pacheco is an outstanding physician. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2023 Totally Great National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2022 Dr. Pacheco was very professional, easy to talk to, and took extra time to be sure I understood the testing process and the results. I would recommend Dr. Pacheco to anyone in need of metal testing. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2022 Dr. P skills are extraordinary. After listening to me for an hour or so she told me what I thought all along that I didn't have asthma but something else. My doctor in St. Louis wouldn't listen to my complaints. The inhaler he prescribed actually gave me severe side effects. I am so grateful I came to NJH. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2022 One of the best doctors I have ever seen National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2022 Dr Pacheco was very through and explained everything that was we were to investigate for my treatment. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2022 None National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2022 *Dr. Pacheco was friendly, caring, and a real expertise in her field. show more National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2022 Provider was very pleasant, however I felt I needed to see a pulmonologist. I requested that before my visit, but was assured I was seeing the appropriate physician. I left not really understanding a way forward for my treatment. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2022 Dr Pacheco was very thorough National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2022 I think it was good. I would have liked to go over test results a bit more - National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2022 Dr. Pacheco is a very understanding and caring doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2022 Dr. Pacheco is a blessing. Without her testing and research, I would be in much worse health. I am very grateful to her! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2022 Dr. Pacheco was terrific to deal with! She showed me everything she would be doing and listened intently. I would recommend her to anyone as a caring and understanding care giver!! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2022 She is a very good dr. except for signing up for volunteer metal testing survey program. After signing in the office and reading when I got home. I wrote a letter and backed out! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2022 She was very friendly & interested in me as a patient She explained the test procedure to me & she took her time. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2022 *Dr. Karin Pacheco is the BEST!! Her care & concern for my health is very much appreciated I've seen her for 20 year & and look forward to each visit. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2022 Amazing care. I was hoping to become a regular patient. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2022 My care provider good as always. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2022 The problem I had is once I was asked about the vaccine and she didn't like my answer she got confirtational and wanted to push her agenda. I am 61 years old I know what I want put into my body and what I don't. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2022 Truly exceptional communicator! National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2022 Good National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2022 Have always had very good experience with *Dr. Karin Pacheco kind, generous and patient. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2022 I had bilateral TKA 2 years ago with poor results. I was referred to *Dr. P. for allergy testing. I had LTT blood test - results increased nickel allergy. *Dr. P. referred to *Dr. Tuttle = (loved him) but again poor results after L. knee revision. *Dr. P. reordered LTT blood test this time neg. So I had to ask for 3rd test. Was test false positive that led to unnecessary revision - still waiting on results. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2022 Best history & physical exam I have had since I moved to Denver. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 Good: very personal & thorough. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 Very determine to get to the bottom of medical issue. Appeared to be very caring and knowledgeable. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 Very good is not enough, she was awesome in all ways! National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 Dr. Pacheco is the best! Her reputation precedes her and is well deserved. She has taken my case seriously and is working with my surgeon to develop a way forward & a treatment plan. I have thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated working with her. She is the bright spot of my experience at National Jewish. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 We will never be back to see *Dr. Goldstein. *Rachel Decosta is amazing. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 *Dr. Pacheco is excellent - caring, clear, listens well, explains well, I have great confidence in her. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 This was my second time with Dr. Karin Pacheco and she is fabulous! I love the work that she is doing at National Jewish! National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 Dr. Pacheo was one of the most kind in listening to my medical history, making connection that I had not seen, and treated me with regard. She was not condescending and did not speak over me. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 Was a good experience, and helped me with some issues National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 Dr. Pacheco was fantastic! National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 I thought at first she was thinking I was crazy like other doctors have and I realized she was listening to me and comparing what I was saying with other patients. She let me know I wasn't crazy and what I was describing was similar to other patients National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 Dr. Pacheco is right at the top of the list of doctors that I have enjoyed being treated by. She was kind, understanding and explained things in detail so that we understood what testing was going on and what it meant. Truely enjoyed having her as my allergist. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2022 Dr. Pacheco is a top notch provider National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2022 Dr. Pacheco is a very good Dr, not only does she know her medical field, but also knows that patients have a background and that is also important. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is needing pulmonary care. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2022 Dr. Pacheco is an outstanding clinician and educator National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2022 Again, I saw several providers and all were courteous and helpful. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2022 Dr. Pacheco was awesome, She listened well and helped me immensely with her suggestions and sense of humor. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2022 Very unique way of interview and assessment. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2022 Dr. Pacheco listened carefully and seemed to really understand my problem. Her feedback via letter to me and my surgeon was instrumental in getting him to follow up with a new plan for my care. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2022 *Dr. Pacheco was great. She listened to our concerns and took time to explain things to us. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 [My primary care doctor] Referred her to me for metal testing. He said there was no better physician and scientist in his opinion. His praise and confidence in her was well placed. She lived up to all of it! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 Very good, very knowledgeable dr. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 She was wonderfull National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Excellent National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 I was very surprised and pleased with the amount of time and depth of the consultation with Dr Pacheco. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Pacheco did what she she would do. Nothing personable, nothing friendly, nothing but few questions related to her study. [Protected health information]. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Extremely professional and concerned with my problem National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 Dr. Pacheco is excellent! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 I could not be more pleased with Dr Pacheco. I know that she has lots of patients but I felt like she remembered me from my prior appointment {protected health information]. She sent me additional information a week after our appointment to help me understand more about my condition. I recommend her highly and can not say enough positive things about her. I certainly will keep coming back even though we are out of state. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 *Dr. Pacheco provided thorough testing and explanation for all testing. I am grateful for dr. care & knowledge and my hope is all people [with a similar condition] will be tested using *Dr. Pacheco methods. Had I initially been tested by *Dr. Pacheco my physical health would have been so much better. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 *Dr. Pacheco is very smart and updated on her information. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 Dr. Pacheco is wonderful and super informed and spent more than enough time with me. I felt great about her level of knowledge and experience National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Have no complaints or problems with Dr. Pacheco. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 She's the best of the best. I wouldn't want to see anyone else for my [condition]. She's intelligent, and compassionate. Easy to discuss my allergy problem with her and she takes the time to really listen and to seek accurate information and provide answers National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 *Karin Pacheco is a rock star. She was very firm and very intelligent. She didn't talk down to me and was very thorough. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Extremely positive experience. Felt very hopeful that the problems could be identified and resolved. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 I only have good stay. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. Pacheko was awesome. She is very knowledgable and thorough. Plus, she takes the time to listen to the patient and explain in detail the results. She is doing important work for any perspective implant patient who is concerned about metal allergies. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. Karin Pacheco is the best Doctor I've ever been associated with. I've been seeing her for more than 25 yrs. She cares about me and my health. I have only Great things to say about her. Thank you. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 *Dr. Pacheco is a pleasure to work with very personable. Most helpful and (GREAT) listener. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 have no comment everything was good National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 Dr. Pacheco asked numerous questions to get to know me and my situation. She was very professional, empathetic and extremely knowledgeable. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 Dr Pacheco is very knowledgable in her field. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 *Dr. Pacheco was delightful and very caring. I felt like she was very friendly & concerned. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 *Dr. Pacheco was very thorough in his examination of my case & concerns.